Was Marijuana A Threat To The Timber Company? 2025-06-02
The complex relationship between marijuana, industrial hemp, and the timber industry is an enduring subject of intrigue in American economic history. The theory that marijuana—specifically its non-psychoactive cousin, hemp—was targeted by powerful business interests due to its potential to disrupt the timber and paper industries has persisted for decades. This article delves into the origins and evolution of this theory, examining the true nature of the threat hemp posed, the motivations behind the anti-cannabis movement, and the broader implications for American industry and society.
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